The Gion Matsuri Festival is Japans most famous festival. Musicians sit in huge floats that are pushed/dragged around town in Kyoto while the musicians play their flutes. There are two types of floats in The Gion Matsuri Parade, Yama and Hoko. There are 23 Yama and 10 Hoko. The Hoko floats can be up to 25 meters tall and weigh up to 12 tons.
The main procession of the floats are held on the 17th of July, which is when this photo was taken. #Festival

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Nijo Castle which includes a pond and a garden

Central Kyoto

Ancient temples blend with modern architectural treasures while markets, museums, dining and shopping streets showcase thousands of years of Japanese traditions.

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Gion

Experience a traditional tea ceremony or a night of cultural entertainment within the historic wooden teahouses of this well-preserved Kyoto district.

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Shimogyo Ward

Shimogyo Ward is highly notable for its popular shops, and you might want to visit top sights like Kyoto Railway Museum and Shijo Street. See more of Kyoto by jumping on the metro at Tanbaguchi Station or Umekoji-Kyotonishi Station.

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Kyoto featuring mountains and a river or creek

Downtown Kyoto

While you're in Downtown Kyoto, take in top sights like Kyoto International Manga Museum or Teramachi Street, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Karasuma Oike Station or Marutamachi Station.

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Kyoto which includes landscape views, forest scenes and a garden

Arashiyama

You might enjoy the river views while in Arashiyama. Kyoto Arashiyama Orgel Museum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Saga-Arashiyama Station or Torokko Arashiyama Station to see more of the city.

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Top Karasuma Hotel Reviews

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Shijo

10/10 Excellent

"Good location nearby laundry facility and life supermarket , nice to have hot spa"

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

10/10 Excellent

"Room spacious, clean, and had separate bath/shower from toilet. Front desk very attentive and courteous. Room service options very clear. Service is very thorough. Breakfast had plenty of food and beverages. Special orders limited to number of room occupants. Staff is very attentive, polite, and keeps area clean and orderly. Daily sake on the house - ask front desk for coin 24 hr coffee or tea available Subway connection and front door taxi or uber availability. Plenty of restaurants nearby. Near Nishiki market and Geisha district. Pokémon and Nintendo stores in walking distance. Overwhelmingly surrounded by high end boutique and factory stores (Rolex immediately next door). Side walk covered, well lit, and plays music. Beat our expectations "

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What is Karasuma like?

Karasuma is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its temples and major shopping area. Are you looking for Karasuma travel tips? Make sure that you visit Nishiki Market and Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street while you're in the neighbourhood.

Where is the best place to stay in Karasuma?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, Miru Kyoto Nishiki is the highest ranked property in Karasuma. This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Nishiki Market, and it offers free WiFi and deep-soaking baths. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Hotel Muso and THE GENERAL KYOTO Shijyo Shinmachi.

How many hotels are there in the Karasuma area?

Expedia has 432 hotels and other accommodation options in Karasuma to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Kyoto area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Karasuma, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of check in. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Karasuma.

What can I see and do in this Kyoto neighbourhood?

Browse the collections at Kyoto International Manga Museum, Museum of Kyoto or Samurai and Ninja Museum in Karasuma. Nishiki Market and Kyoto Shinkyogoku Shopping Street are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Kyoto Art Center, Bukoji and Shijo Kyo Machiya are just a few of the places to visit in and around Karasuma. Kyoto Municipal Museum Of School History and Shiori-an are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Kyoto.

How can I get around Karasuma and the greater Kyoto area?

Ready to get out and explore the city? Karasuma Oike Station is the closest metro station. If you'd like to get out and explore some more sights, hop on a train to explore the nearby area. Karasuma Station is the closest train station, but Shijo Station and Kyoto Kawaramachi Station are also close by.

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Where to stay in Karasuma

Central Kyoto

Gion

Shimogyo Ward

Downtown Kyoto

Arashiyama

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